Botz 9802 Avocado stoneware engobe, 200 ml

Botz Stoneware Engobe 9802 Avocado – opaque, matt green for stoneware

Botz stoneware engobe 9802 Avocado is a solid-colour green liquid engobe for colouring ceramics. It is stable in the firing range 1180–1280 °C and suitable for stoneware. Without a glaze it fires to a soft matt, earthy finish, covers well and gives crisp outlines.

With a clear glaze such as Botz 9300 or 9870, the colour becomes more intense and glossy. As the engobe can be mixed with other colours from the Botz Edition, you can create your own shades of green. The colour is also available in the series in 800 ml; this item contains 200 ml.

Applying the engobe

The engobe can be applied to leather-hard or already bisque-fired clay. It is important that each layer dries thoroughly before the next one is applied.

• Stir the engobe well before use
• Apply 2–3 coats with a brush
• Allow to dry thoroughly between coats
• Fire in the firing range 1180–1280 °C

Matt or glossy – which to choose?

Applied on its own, the surface stays matt, the colour looks earthy and the edges remain sharp. This suits designs with clear outlines. If you want the green to glow and shine, cover the engobe with a clear glaze. The result depends on the glaze and your clay, so a test piece will show you the effect beforehand. This also applies if you mix the engobe with other Edition colours.

Botz Stoneware Engobe 9802 Avocado product details

• Manufacturer: Botz, Stoneware Engobe series
• Shade: 9802 Avocado (green)
• Contents: 200 ml
• Finish: matt, solid colour, opaque
• Firing range: 1180–1280 °C
• Application: 2–3 coats on leather-hard or bisque-fired clay

You will also need: brush for application; for a glossy look, a clear glaze, e.g. Botz 9300 or 9870

WARNING: Keep out of reach of children.